What party did Claude Pepper belong to?

Claude Pepper was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Florida in the U.S. Senate.

When did Claude Pepper serve in the U.S. Senate?

Claude Pepper served in the U.S. Senate from November 4, 1936 to January 3, 1951, representing Florida.

When did Claude Pepper die?

Claude Pepper died on May 30, 1989.

Historical Profile

Claude Pepper is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.

Democrat Inactive

Claude Pepper

Former U.S. Senator for Florida

Biography

Claude Pepper (died 1989) was an American politician who represented Florida in the United States Senate from November 1936 to January 1951, during the 74th–81st Congresses. Pepper served as a Democrat. Pepper died on May 30, 1989.

Key Information

Full Name: Claude Denson Pepper
Died: May 30, 1989
Term Started: January 3, 1945
Term Ended: January 3, 1951
Senate Class: Class III

Service History

Nov 4, 1936 – Jan 3, 1939 74th–75th Congresses Democrat Florida
Jan 3, 1939 – Jan 3, 1945 76th–78th Congresses Democrat Florida
Jan 3, 1945 – Jan 3, 1951 79th–81st Congresses Democrat Florida

Service dates from the official U.S. Senate historical roster. For senators who changed party affiliation during their service, the party shown for each period is approximate.

Current Senators from Florida

Served With

Senators who represented the same state during Pepper's service:

Charles Andrews (FL) 1936–1946
Spessard Holland (FL) 1946–1951